The Intelligence Age

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/487   Wouldn’t you want to hear how the global Power Platform Lead at a leading tech company views the future of AI and low-code technology? Andrew Gaskins from Lumen Technologies, our guest for this episode, is here to provide some compelling insights. As he shares tales of tremendous growth in the Power Platform and success stories of automation, chat...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/486 You're in for a treat as we invite you to listen to our special guest Tchesco Ayih's fascinating transformation from dabbling in a computer repair shop to becoming an MVP in Ghana. With our fireside chat, we delve into Tchesco's inspiring journey that's marked by his love for cooking and gaming, his self-taught graphic design and...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/485   Ever reflected on how video games can affect our productivity in the digital workspace? That's a thought-provoking question we tackle with our accomplished guest, Joris de Gruyter, a seasoned program manager at Microsoft. As we journey through his intriguing career path from Belgium to the US, we find out how his hobbies like gaming, skiing,...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/484 What happens when you combine multicultural experiences, love for food, family, fun, and a passion for Microsoft Dynamics ERP? You get Parag Chapre, our guest on today's show. A senior consultant at DXC Technology, Parag's journey has spanned continents - from the streets of India to the hustle of Europe, and now the shores of Australia. H...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/483   What if you could leverage technology to outsmart the escalating cost of living? Join us on this riveting adventure as we talk with Mike Carlton, a director at PWC and a dedicated family man from South Wales. Living with his wife, four children, and an assortment of pets, Mike's life is as colourful as it is engaging! His non-tech lifestyle a...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/482 What if you could transform your organization into a digital native? Join us as we converse with Ayotunde Ayoola, a Principal Consultant and Product Lead hailing from Nigeria who is leading this digital revolution. With his team at Stringify, Ayo assists organizations in undergoing crucial digital transformations, introducing the power of technology...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/481   Picture this: You're a customer service admin needing a modernized approach. What if there were improvements in customer service administration, security role management, and agent productivity features, all at your fingertips? This episode with our guest, Tina Ding, Senior Program Manager at Microsoft, brings this transformation to life! Tin...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/480 Get ready for a journey from the humble town of Barnveld in the Netherlands to the forefront of technology and industry innovation with our esteemed guest, Bert Verbeek. Admired for his path from economics to becoming a technical solution architect and an MVP in 2023, Bert also opens up about his personal life, his love for renovating his home and h...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/479   Are you ready to master the Power Platform and take your digital literacy to new heights? Join us as our special guests, Antti Pajunen and Jukka Niiranen from Forward Forever, take you on a journey of exploration and discovery, sharing insights from their personal and professional lives and their work with the Power Platform. From Antti’s tales of...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/478 Get set for a lively chat with our very special guest, Kerry Peters, the passionate CEO and co-founder of New View Strategies. Not just your traditional tech leader, Kerry enthralls us with tales from her hobby farm in Indiana, where she nurtures a fascinating assortment of honeybees, cats, chickens, and an array of wildlife. Join us as we plunge in...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/477   Get ready to unlock the secrets of scaling and standardizing Power Platform Apps with our guest, Ryan Jones, a Partner Director of Product Management at Microsoft. Imagine managing thousands of apps like a farmer tending to a herd of cattle, instead of doting on them like beloved pets - that's what we unravelled in our enlightening chat with...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/476 Ready to unravel the world of Dynamics 365 Business Central and the Power Platform? Join us as we delve into an insightful conversation with our distinguished guest, Gulshan Shubham, a triumph in the field and a proud recipient of the MVP award in 2022. Currently a Senior Advisory Consultant at IBM, he originates from India, a fact that flavours his...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/475   Ever feel like you're stuck in a failing project with no way out? Fret not! Hugo, our guest for this episode and a seasoned solution architect, gives us a deep-dive into the art of project recovery. With two decades of experience in the tech industry and an unrivaled passion for Microsoft Technologies, Hugo shares invaluable insights on how t...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/474 Get ready for an engaging fireside chat with Mahender Pal, a groundbreaking Principal Consultant at Himbap and Dynamics CRM MVP since 2010. He has the honour of being the first MVP from India in the Dynamics CRM space and his story is an enriching one. From a humble beginning in the world of technology in 2007, Mahender's ascent to an MVP in 20...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/473   Ready to supercharge your understanding of AI and automation? Prepare to be enlightened by Stephen Siciliano, Microsoft's Vice President of Power Automate, as he navigates us through the thrilling world of tech, highlighting the significant advancements since our last chat in 2019. An outdoor enthusiast from Seattle, Steven shares his love fo...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/472   We dive headfirst into the dynamic world of D365 with none other than Elif, a veteran consultant who has scaled her way up the ladder to a director role in a partner company. Prepare to glean useful insights and nuggets of wisdom as Elif opens the floor for a chat about her passion for D365 training and her innovative learning platform. Designed f...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/471   Lend us your ears for an enlightening chat with our guest, Michael, Avernart's manager of experience design. He's here to spill the beans on his philosophy of integrating the 3Fs - food, family, and fun into his life, his wanderlust fueled by his love for food, and how his superpower of kindness has shaped his personal and professional j...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/470   Picture this: A Ukrainian woman in Australia, a mother of two, who is not only a Bicram Yoga enthusiast but also an MVP in Microsoft Dynamics BC at Valrata. Intrigued? That's Alexandra, who shares her inspiring journey with us in this episode. From her home country to her new abode down under, her career in tech, her gastronomic adventures ac...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/469 Ever thought about the power of diversity and how it can revolutionize the world of technology? Join us for a stimulating conversation with Ioana Tanase, an accessibility PM at Microsoft, a shoemaker by passion, a budding farmer and a published author. This episode takes you through her alluring life journey from Romania to France, where she's...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/468   Mohammad Yasar discusses his role as a family man and how he spends quality time with his daughter.   Discover Mohammad’s secret to finding a healthy work-life balance while enjoying activities and bonding with loved ones.   Mohammad shares his passion for technology and how his hobby of building computers in his teenage years paved the way for a...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/467   Em D’Arcy updates us on her recent promotion to the position of Director of Low Code at Hitachi Solutions.   Em reflects on her career growth within the Power Platform and highlights the importance of organizations embracing low code to empower business users and free up IT resources.  How the Power Platform has transitioned from being seen as a p...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/466   Introducing Ben den Blanken. He shares his personal life, highlighting the importance and challenges of balancing work and family, which he considers the most significant part of his life.  As a Power Platform Lead, Ben excels in connecting the dots and leveraging the Power Platform, Azure, and modern work. Join us as we dive into his journey and...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/465   Malcolm McAuley shares the importance of family in his life and how he cherishes the time spent with his wife and two boys.   Discover Malcolm’s family fun revolves around their regular trips and enjoying the water and creating lasting memories.  Malcolm delves into his current focus on AI and its potential for leveraging within his organization. ...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/464   Simon Owen shares his journey from accidentally starting his Power Platform journey to becoming a group manager of the Global Power team.   Simon’s experience in leading adoption, establishing governance, and growing a user community across multiple countries and levels within an organization.  The conversation revolves around the evolution of the...

FULL SHOW NOTES https://podcast.nz365guy.com/463   Lindsay Shelton talks about her love for taking care of her cat and how she spends her time with family and friends.  Transitioning from Teaching to Tech - Lindsay shares her journey from being a middle school English teacher to transitioning into the tech industry.  Being Open to Opportunity – Lindsay emphasizes the importance of being open to op...